Dental Assistant: Patient-Focused Care & Team Support

The Smilist; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Continuing education

Career growth

Job summary

The Smilist Dental in Reading, PA is looking for a reliable Dental Assistant to join our friendly team. You will assist dentists, prepare trays, maintain a sterile operatory, and help ensure a positive patient experience every day.

We offer $20.00–$24.00 per hour for a full-time schedule (Monday–Friday with rotating Saturdays). Benefits include health, dental and vision insurance, continuing education, and opportunities for growth within our practice.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant – at least 1 year.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures.
• Prior Dentrix experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Attention to detail and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Keep patients focused on optimal treatment and address concerns.
• Maintain a clean, sterile environment and assist doctors.
• Escort patients to and from the front desk.
• Prepare tray setups and manage supply levels in operatories.
• Assume other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

The Smilist Dental in Reading, PA is looking for a reliable Dental Assistant to join our friendly team. You will assist dentists, prepare trays, maintain a sterile operatory, and help ensure a positive patient experience every day.

We offer $20.00–$24.00 per hour for a full-time schedule (Monday–Friday with rotating Saturdays). Benefits include health, dental and vision insurance, continuing education, and opportunities for growth within our practice.